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Trustees debate board makeup A O’Toole Gazette staff PORT HARDY—The School District 85 Board of Trustees could not find agreement on the borders of new electoral areas during last week’s board meeting. The battle lines at the table were

clearly defined however, as the contentious issue drew spirited debate. The current composition of trustees reflects areas defined in 1989, with the seven members made up of two representatives for Port Hardy and one each for Port

McNeill, Port Alice, Alert Bay, Western Zone and Eastern Zone. In the years since the boundaries were defined the population on the North Island has declined and the dispersal of residents across the region is markedly different. As a result, the distribution of

representatives no longer mirrors the distribution of the population, with Port Hardy and Port McNeill underrepresented by population and the other areas comparatively

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‘Namgis carver travels to Holland for blessing of pole. Page 12

Raise your hand if you’re having fun Kianna Schmidt and Abby Roberts of Port Alice lead the “wave” on the Himalaya ride during the West Coast Amusements carnival stop in Port Hardy Saturday. See more images from the day on page 13.

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Port Alice students cash in at Young Entrepreneurs event. Midweek, inside LETTERS Page 7 NORTH ISLAND LIFE Page 11 SPORTS Page 15 CLASSIFIEDS Page 20-22

Heritage society OK’s Hornsby move J.R. Rardon Gazette editor PORT McNEILL—The Coal Harbour Community Club has some hard labour ahead of it in the coming months. And its members couldn’t be happier. The North Island Heritage Society, following the lead of the Regional District of Mount Waddington Board

of Directors, gave its stamp of approval last week to a proposal by the Coal Harbour group to house the historic Hornsby Crawler steam tractor — provided the community fulfills its commitment to preparing a site for the machine’s display and protection by Sept. 15. “I’m looking forward to the big grand opening,”

NIHS president Hiltje Ramsey said in the wake of applause that followed the vote on the motion, which took place during the society’s Apr. 11 annual general meeting. The CHCC can now move ahead with fundraising efforts to install a concrete pad for the 25-ton tracked machine in a 1940s-era RAF building

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that more recently served as Coal Harbour’s community hall before falling into disuse in the 1990s. Once the pad is in place, heritage society members agreed, the Hornsby can be moved to Coal Harbour from the Lemare Lake Logging Co. yard south of Port McNeill, where it has been sitting since last August.

Before last week’s heritage society approval, the CHCC was stuck in a Catch-22. The group has the property, which has been transferred to the RDMW under a heritage registry bylaw requirement, and volunteer help ready to roll up its sleeves

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Buns for funds Upper left: Overwaitea Foods employees Dar Graves, Helen Jensen, Dan Parohl and Janice Traverse helped raise funds for B.C. Children’s Hospital with a hot dog barbecue in front of the Port Hardy store Saturday. Below left: Cole Klughart, left, contemplates a selection of chips while his sister, Carly, gets her hot dog from Overwaitea staffer Janice Traverse during the fundraising barbecue at the Port Hardy store Saturday. J.R. Rardon

New museum exhibit slated Gazette staff Port Hardy Council heard about the future of the town’s past last week as Port Hardy Museum curator Jane Hutton appeared as a delegate to give an update on events and activities at the museum. Hutton invited councillors to attend the opening of the museum’s newest temporary exhibit April 20 as it unveils its “Changing Times in Holberg” collection. Exploring Holberg’s colourful and varied past, Hutton hopes the exhibit will, “educate visitors who have no clue there was ever anything else to Holberg besides the Scarlet Ibis,” she explained to laughs from the council. The exhibit will run throughout the summer and the public is also invited to attend the opening celebration from 1-4 p.m. Apr. 20. Hutton also told council that the museum has taken on new employees, one on a short-term basis through the NIEFS Skills for Success program. In addition, council

Council Meeting Port Hardy heard that the museum hosted a pair of local authors in the past year, while the gift shop continues to grow, building on a good working relationship with other businesses. “We’ve had what we think of as a very successful year,” said Hutton. The councillors commended Hutton on the work she has done at the museum, Mayor Bev Parnham noting the museum has become, “almost like another visitors’ centre.” Towns without people Councillors discussed the contentious issue of towns without people after receiving correspondence from Gerry Taft, the mayor of Invermere. The issue arose in response to the formation a municipality at Jumbo Glacier Mountain Resort, a planned mountain resort close to Invermere. Taft requested support for a resolution

seeking the involvement of the Union of British Columbia Municipalities in a judicial review of the constitutionality of the municipality’s creation. As a planned resort, the municipality was formed despite the town not having a single resident. The resolution expresses concern over the precedent of allowing a municipality to be created without a voting public to elect its members, saying that the existence of unelected councils “threatens democratic principles and the credibility of local governments.” Coun. Janet Dorward expressed concern that “changing legislation could quash economic development.” Coun. Jessie Hemphill explained that the resolution is “not looking for a change of legislation, just enforcement of the current rules.” She further clarified that the District of Invermere was not trying to stop the resort project, but is concerned about the process by which the mayor and council were appointed.

Mayor Parnham said the issue was a lack of consultation with First Nations, the Regional District and others. “What that’s saying to local government is that land-use decisions can be made without your input. It begs a lot of discussion.” Councillors voted to support the resolution. Musical ride Councillors gave approval to the Rotary Club of Port Hardy’s request for permission to host the RCMP Musical Ride this August at Storey’s Beach. Coun. Dorward, chair of the Rotarian group hosting the event, recused herself from discussions to avoid any potential conflict of interest, but was called back in minutes later as the remaining councillors needed little debate on the topic. The Rotary Club requested use of the District’s facilities by the beach and the use of barriers to restrict beach access to ticket holders during the event, slated for 4-7 p.m. on Aug. 7, the motion passing unopposed.

The North Island Crisis & Counselling Centre would like to acknowledge Prevention of Violence Against Women Week (April 14 to 19).

Our agency has gained permission from the partnership members to air several Public Service Announcements featuring team members of the BC Lions. Aimed at breaking the silence on violence against women, “Be More Than a Bystander” is a two year initiative where BC Lions team members use their status and public profile to create awareness about violence against women in BC.” The North Island Crisis & Counselling Centre invites you to stay tuned to The Port and “Be More Than a Bystander” throughout Prevention of Violence Against Women Week. For more information or to access local, specialized services for women, please contact the North Island Crisis & Counselling Centre Society at 250-949-8333.

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Rededication planned for 50-foot canoe Gazette staff PORT HARDY— Kaleb Child appeared before the Board of Education last week to inform trustees of a planned rededication ceremony for the cedar canoe begun in 1998. Work came to a halt on the project before Mervyn Child got approval two years ago to resume work on the canoe. Now, with work com-

pleted on the 50-foot vessel, a rededication ceremony is planned for May 9 in Port Hardy to unveil the canoe. PHSS students will have a chance to man the oars in the canoe after it is launched following the Carrot Park rededication. “At fifty feet it’s one of, if not the, biggest in our region,” Child told the board. He explained that the

canoe had been dedicated previously, hence the planned rededication, and that he and others were seeking information on the craft’s original name, which is no longer visible on the prow. Between now and the launch a curriculum around the vessel is being formalized. Strategic plan School Superinten-

School Board dent Scott Benwell was pleased to relate the “amazing level of response” that the board received for its strategic plan enquiry. The trustees got their first look at the feedback from the public in response to a set of four questions posed by the school district.

The questions were designed to highlight what were seen as the current positives in the school system and to develop priorities moving forward. “This is coming from our communities,” said Benwell. “It’s our job to make sense of it and come up with a system of values.” The public feedback will help shape the strategic direction

of the board, informing future decisions by trustees and administrators. Trustees will examine the results and return for a meeting in May to continue the process. Trustee sharing The trustees spoke highly of several visits to local schools. Trustee Carol Prescott told the board

about the new crop of entrepreneurs coming up in Port Alice who had a chance to pitch ideas during the inaugural Cougar’s Den— a North Island version of the Dragon’s Den t.v. show — event at Sea View School. (See related article in Midweek) “As a judge I was really impressed by the quality of the work,” she told the board.

Motion tabled as school board remains split from page 1 overrepresented. Following a series of public consultations, the issue came before the Board of Education for discussion at last week’s meeting. An initial consensus was the agreement that the board should maintain its current seven seats. A reduction to five seats was one option presented in public hearings but the board agreed with public sentiment that a reduction in seats would present extra problems in terms of representation. Trustee Werner Manke, representing Port McNeill, opened the discussion on how the seven seats should be apportioned by reading from a statement. In his address Manke said that while he recognized that all areas valued access to a trustee, and that smaller

communities did not want to be represented by a trustee from a larger community, “It behooves the board to make a decision that fairly and democratically represents the North Island.” Manke’s opening was echoed in sentiment by Port Hardy’s Jeff Field, who suggested a zonal system as a potential solution, adding such a system would be the most easily amended should the board move to five trustees in the future. “I believe we have a moral and legal obligation to make the necessary changes to provide a fair distribution of seats,” said Field. Trustee Danita Schmidt, representing the Western Zone, expressed concerns over centralization. “I’m concerned about losing the rural voice.

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I don’t think any option works perfectly,” she said. Port Alice’s Carol Prescott also saw the value of rural representation at the table, although her suggestion of a weighted voting system failed to gain traction and its applicability to a board of trustees was called into question. Status quo was also discounted as a viable option, with letters from the District of Port Hardy and the Town of Port McNeill supporting a change to the board’s makeup. It was pointed out

that, should the board fail to make any changes, its decision could by appealed by a municipality. An extended and forthright discussion among the trustees saw two camps emerge along predictable lines. Manke and Field argued for a move to boost urban representation while the trustees from the more rural areas argued the value of wider representation, pointing out that their students fed into the North Island’s two high schools.

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consultation with those she represents. Hunter proposed a motion to table the subject and return to it at the next meeting. Although pressed by Field and Manke, Hunter declined to amend the motion to include a definitive statement that the issue would have to be resolved at the next meeting. In order for changes to be in place for the next trustee election, a decision would have to be reached by late June to allow ministerial approval for any proposed changes. Hunter’s motion was seconded by trustee Lawrie Garrett, Eastern Zone, and passed with votes from Schmidt and Prescott, with Manke and Field opposed. The trustees will reconvene and continue their discussion on May 13 in Port McNeill.

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Port Hardy’s Leightan Wishart, chair of the board, kept relative counsel, save to point out that some of the options for new areas were, if not unworkable, at least problematic. Field put forward the first motion on the subject, asking for a move to a north/south zonal system with elections at large in each zone. He received a seconder in Manke but the motion was not backed by the four rural representatives. “See how undemocratic this is?” said a frustrated Manke. “At the minute, 30 per cent of the population can outvote 70 per cent.” Alert Bay’s Eric Hunter said that he would like more time to consider the “complex” issue, with Prescott saying that while Field’s suggestion had its merits she could not support it without

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NIC faculty settles This overhead view of the proposed Coal Harbour Heritage Centre shows installation of the Hornsby Crawler steam tractor and viewing deck at the north (right) end of the former community hall.

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Jong announced last week. The two-year agreements provide for modest wage increases funded from savings found within existing budgets, as required under the 2012 Cooperative Gains Mandate.

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Early move denied from page 1 to prepare the site. But without assurance the Hornsby would end up on the property, it was unable to secure funds to match a $5,000 commitment from the Regional District to begin preparing the final resting site for the historic machine. “The community club will need to begin the fundraising effort,” said Hory, who is in the unique position of being a member of both the CHCC and the heritage society — as well as Area C director to the RDMW board. “What we basically have is a commitment from professional concrete pourers that they’ll work at cost, or less than cost, or even just consult from the side and lend the materials. So we have strong commitment to get stuff done if we get approval for this proposal.”

There are about 320 employees in the NICFA working in instructional and noninstructional roles. Almost three-quarters of unionized employees in the B.C. public sector now are covered under negotiated settlements.

Most of the debate at the meeting was focused not on the proposal, but on the CHCC’s offer to take possession of the Hornsby early, and store it adjacent to the old community hall while work commenced inside the building in preparation for the machine’s final move inside. Hory got support from some society members — including RDMW administrator Greg Fletcher and director of economic development Neil Smith — when he suggested delivery of the Hornsby prior to completion of the project would provide an incentive to volunteers. Such a move would also kick-start public interest in viewing the Hornsby at its new site, and relieve Lemare of the burden of storing it. “I understand in a volunteer effort, it’s way easier to get guys

out on a Sunday at 8 a.m. if the piece is sitting there and they can lean on it for their coffee,” said James Furney. “And I’m sure (Lemare) would like their real estate back.” But other members, mindful of the seven years the Hornsby went wandering when Surrey’s George Hoffman “borrowed” it for six months for display in a heavy equipment expo in Alberta, were leery of dropping it in what they perceived as an unsecured location. Fletcher, the RDMW administrator, provided a compromise solution when he noted completion of the concrete pad by the CHCC would assure an eventual covered resting site for the Hornsby and fulfill the proposal to the Regional District’s satisfaction. Smith sealed the deal when he noted the Hornsby would be eli-

gible for inclusion in the RDMW heritage registry when it arrived at its final site — but no sooner. “I’d be happy with that,” Ramsey said of moving the Hornsby to the Coal Harbour property when the cement goes in — even if it requires another month to fully cure for the 25-ton machine. “Once that cement pad is poured, then you know it’s a go and it meets the obligation that’s required by the Regional District. In a secondary motion, the heritage society approved drafting a letter to Lemare Lake Logging officials, explaining the timeline for the Coal Harbour project, requesting additional time, and adding its thanks for the company’s cooperation in storing the machine since it was returned to the North Island by Hoffman under court order last summer.

Town of Port McNeill 2013 - 2017, 5 Year Financial Plan

NOTICE The Village of Alert Bay Financial Plan Presentation 2013-2017 7:00 pm Wednesday April 24, 2013 Municipal Office 15 Maple Road Alert Bay, BC Everyone welcome! Please enter through the back door. Please call the Village Office at 250-974-5213 if you have questions.

As per Sec. 166 of the Community Charter, an opportunity will be provided for public consultation on the proposed 5 Year Financial Plan for the Town of Port McNeill. This will take place at a Special meeting of Council on April 22, 2013 at the Town Office starting at 7:30 pm, 1775 Grenville Place, Port McNeill, B.C. The 2012 Financial Statements and 2012 Council Remuneration and Expense Statement will be presented at the regular meeting immediately following the Special Meeting. Copies of the above documents are available April 18, 2013 for inspection at the Town Office during regular business hours. F.A. Sweet Treasurer

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Science still has a future

More and more, it seems the work of federally funded scientists whose research fails to support government initiatives is hidden away in a dark place. The North Island’s youngest scientists had no such problem last week, as their accomplishments were on display for all to see in the annual Regional Science Fair in Port McNeill. The day featured fun (educator John Groff’s traditional Science Magic Show) and games (a contest to build the best device to protect a dropped egg from breakage). But the emphasis was on learning and sharing that knowledge, and the schoolchildren came through in impressive fashion. The projects and experiments on display last week featured ways to reduce energy dependence, to protect our lands and waters, to share the lessons and value of aboriginal culture. In short, there were displays to inspire, to caution, to enlighten and to challenge. Special recognition is due the two dozen or so volunteers who spent the day judging the exhibits and suggesting improvements or additional topics the students might tackle in the future. It was a bit disappointing, however, to see the low turnout among high-school age participants. We could use more of this scientific inquiry in the years ahead. And if you can’t do science, consider running for public office with the goal of supporting it.

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B.C. Conservatives not out yet VICTORIA – As the B.C. NDP launched its election campaign last week with a package of income tax hikes, higher than those in the B.C. Liberals’ election budget of February, a third party leader toured the province with plans to get rid of the carbon tax. It’s not readily apparent from his recently released “fiscal framework” document, but B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins told me his plan to phase out B.C.’s carbon tax does not include raising income tax rates that were lowered to make the carbon tax “revenue neutral.” He predicts revenue growth. I reached Cummins in Prince George, where he was continuing his aggressive courtship of northern B.C. with an announcement that federal gas tax revenues would be redirected to a new fund for locally determined road improvements. Earlier he vowed to

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study the deplorable state of northern ambulance service. Cummins has more good news for the north: that’s where a regionally phased elimination of the carbon tax would begin. It’s also the area of thinnest population, meaning the impact on the B.C. treasury would be less. This is, after all, a tax budgeted to bring in $1.2 billion in the current year. The B.C. Conservatives

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The North Island’s itinerant Hornsby Crawler appears to be destined for a final resting place in Coal Harbour.

School board trustees seem to be at an impasse over how best to represent the North Island’s farflung population.

continually remind people that the carbon tax falls disproportionately on rural, remote and particularly northern folks who face long distances, long winters, and public transit options ranging from slim to none. This has ceased to be much of an issue for the urban B.C. majority, who are focused on bridge tolls, ferry fares and the like. Cummins is in favour of the proposed Northern Gateway oil pipeline and the massive buildup of infrastructure needed to add liquefied natural gas to B.C.’s energy export mix. He sees that enormous industrial expansion as the path to shift population growth beyond the south of the province. Cummins sounds skeptical about the B.C. Liberal plan to extend B.C.’s electricity grid and use that to develop further independent power. A member of

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This sounds to me like political positioning rather than economic analysis. The B.C. Conservative platform also totals up the billions in long-term electricity contracts with private power producers and suggests the price for this clean energy has been set too high. This is another echo of the NDP’s vague position. So if the B.C. Conservatives are gung-ho on oil and gas and think the carbon tax is a mistake, do they think there should be any effort to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions? Cummins sidestepped that question, preferring to talk about conventional air pollution, whether it’s in the Fraser Valley or as a byproduct of a northern industrial boom. The B.C. Conservatives have started with the most detailed, costed platform of any party. Don’t count them out.

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Changes needed to restore confidence Dear editor, The phoney campaign has finally given way to the real thing. The writ is dropped, the legislature is dissolved and politicians are out on the hustings. And as voters know well that means big, glitzy promises. But imagine promises that wouldn’t need sod-turnings or ribbon cuttings? Meaningful promises that every party can sign onto, because they’re about good government, not party ideology. They may be more esoteric than the gobs of goodies that voters are accustomed to, but they are crucial if British Columbians are to be truly re-engaged into the political life of B.C. In the 2009 election, nearly one out of two voters stayed at home. The turnout in the HST referendum wasn’t much better. In local elections, it was even worse. Platitudes won’t restore the confidence of British Columbians. This time meaningful reforms need to be proposed that will address the public’s growing distrust of the province’s political class. The risks in failing to do so are great. In 1993, Paul Martin,

Canada’s Minister of Finance reported: “The underground economy isn’t all smugglers. It’s hundreds of thousands of otherwise honest people who have withdrawn their consent to be governed, who have lost faith in government.” Mr. Martin could have just as easily been talking about B.C. in 2013. From the sale of B.C. Rail to the HST debacle to the Quick Wins scandal that “consent to be governed” is badly frayed in B.C. It’s why B.C.’s 40th general election must be a transformational election. It’s time to get it right, not just to win back the public’s confidence, but to keep it as well. And doing so starts with the parties themselves. Political parties must be as open as the public expects government to be. From something as simple as posting the names of riding presidents to their websites to open nomination meetings, political parties must look at how they conduct their own affairs. West VancouverCapilano will not elect an NDP MLA on May 14th. The prize was the Liberal party nomination handed to the incumbent

months ago. But incumbency shouldn’t come with a blank cheque. MLAs must stand in open nomination contests. Party members and voters deserve no less. Getting it right means whistle-blower protection for public sector employees, including healthcare workers and teachers. As B.C.’s auditor general John Doyle noted: “Whistleblowers need an element of protection...and at the moment there’s very, very limited [protection] that’s afforded.” It’s also time to end to the game of cat-andmouse with B.C.’s access to information law. The Quick Wins scandal wasn’t only repulsive for what it represented, but also for how it was conceived. It spoke to the worst in public service. As Information and Privacy Commissioner Elizabeth Denham noted: “(The Quick Wins) documents raise important questions about whether personal email accounts were being used in an attempt to evade access to information law, and whether personal information was inappropriately shared.” Denham rightly called

on the government to create a “duty to document” to reverse what is now euphemistically called “oral government.” Getting it right means ensuring that government watchdogs like Doyle and Denham have the resources to do the job. John Doyle oversaw expenses of $43.9 billion in 2011 on an annual budget of $15.75 million; while his Alberta counterpart had a budget $10 million higher to oversee comparable expenses. And after the debacle over his reappointment, it’s time that legislative officers be appointed by at least two-thirds of MLAs in a free vote, and not a sub-committee of five meeting in secret. Getting it right includes what happens on the floor of the legislature. B.C.’s legislature will be far more effective through the introduction of permanent standing committees. It will reduce partisanship, help ensure fairness and improve the zoo-like atmosphere. While a taxpayer bill of rights is a loaded term, respect is a reasonable expectation. MLAs must lead from the front on pay, benefits and transition allowances.

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Team up for Relay for Life Dear editor, Sometimes, it’s hard to imagine that one small action can have an impact in the fight against cancer. It’s something the Canadian Cancer Society has learned well as they celebrate their 75th Anniversary, and it’s something I see every year I’ve been involved in the Relay for Life on the North Island. I’m always amazed by the energy, emotion, determination and fight for life that each participant brings to the Relay experience. In 2012, the

"By joining the Relay for Life during this special year, you can help the Canadian Cancer Society to lead the way to a healthier future for you, your family and friends." Canadian Cancer Society invested:  •$46 million to support 274 researchers and 574 students and fellows to carry out 336 research projects;  •$71 million in programs and services to meet the needs of people living with cancer and their caregivers

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and to provide information about cancer; and  •$9 million advocating for important cancer issues that matter to Canadians.   With a little over a month until our local Relay for Life hits the track, it’s a great time to recruit a new member, start a team or

volunteer. New members, new teams and new volunteers bring new energy, ideas and fun!  By joining the Relay for Life during this special year, you can help the Canadian Cancer Society to lead the way to a healthier future for you, your family and friends. Please contact me at 250-949-8485 or 250949-3431 for information or join in at www.relaybc. ca Thank you for your help in spreading the word! Sabrina Dent Port Hardy

But even the best of intentions will mean little until government gets the fundamental law right: B.C.’s Election Act. If citizens don’t have faith in the very legislation that underpins B.C.’s democracy, how can they ever have faith in anything that emanates from it? Not one of these ideas requires asphalt or is ready made for a photo-op, but they’ll help restore the

confidence that British Columbians must have in our political system. And because of that they are the most important promises that parties can make during the campaign. Dermod Travis Executive Director, IntegrityBC.

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April 19 Eagle View Fun Fair, 5-8 p.m. Great, inexpensive family fun and a wonderful fundraiser for the school. Come out and enjoy the night! April 19 Virtual Elvis at Port Hardy Civic Centre. Fundraiser for the Quatsino Elders, doors 6 p.m., show 7 p.m. Tickets $20, available from Emma’s store or call Fran or Tammy at Quatsino Clinic, 250-949-7161. April 20 Port Hardy Museum’s Changing times in Holberg exhibit opening 1- 4p.m. Everyone welcome. Refreshments will be served. April 20 Eagle View School grade 7 Camp Homewood fundraiser. The grade 7 students of Eagle View will be cleaning

MEETINGS & ONGOING EVENTS • Port Hardy Museum open Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 am to noon, 1:00 to 5:00 pm. • Quatsino Museum & Archives is open Friday to Sunday from 1:00pm-2:00pm. FMI quatsino.museum@recn.ca • The German Edelweiss Cultural Club meets Thurs. at 7pm in PH Inn Pub. FMI 250-230-1376. • Lions Bingo every Thurs. @ Civic Centre. Doors open at 5:30pm. • Wild Heart Music Program for children and youth practices each Wednesday, 4-7 p.m., St. John Gualbert Church in Port McNeill. Free; all kids welcome. • Every other Tuesday: Footcare clinic at Hardy Bay Seniors 9-5pm. FMI 1-888-334-8531. • Third Sunday of every month: Hamburger and hotdog sale from 11 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Hardy Bay Senior's Centre, 9150 Granville St. • The Port Hardy Seniors' Housing Board is looking for volunteers to become a board member. We manage the Rotary Seniors' Centre on Rupert St. Evening mtgs held approx. once a month. FMI Jo-Anne Beek 250-949-6435 or Robert Fyles 250-949-2360. • Toastmasters Club every Wednesday, 7-8 p.m. at North Island College in Port Hardy: Toastmasters Club, info Sandra Boyd 250-902-0523.

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up our community in conjunction with Earth Day to raise funds for their trip to Camp Homewood, The students will be canvassing neighbourhoods starting the first week of April seeking pledge donations for garbage collecting. They will also be hosting a hotdog sale in front of Overwaitea. Thanks to donations from the Thunderbird Mall and Fox’s Disposal there will also be a scrap metal bin in the parking lot. Please do not bring garbage to the mall. April 20 Wild Heart Music present the WHM Choir, with appearance by Georgia Murray in their first concerts, 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. at Gate House Community Theatre in Port McNeill. For more information follow us on Facebook or call 250-956-3297. April 20 North Island Concert Society presents the Robert Post Comedy Theatre in its annual dinner show, 6 p.m., Port Hardy Civic Centre. One-man variety show featuring

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PORT MCNEILL— John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, announced last week that the harbour in Port McNeill will be receiving funding for improvements through the small craft harbours program. “Our investment in the harbour in Port McNeill will keep [users] safe and acces-

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sible for those who depend on it to earn a living and support their families.” Work planned for Port McNeill harbour includes electrical service repair. Repair and improvement projects are undertaken at harbours across the country by Fisheries and Oceans Canada, as part of its Small Craft Harbours

Program, in cooperation with the local harbour authorities that manage and operate facilities for local users. Close cooperation between the Department and harbour authorities allows the government to continue to provide an operable system of harbours and facilities throughout Canada in support of commercial fish harvesters.

Port Alice bylaw would boost council pay Gazette staff PORT ALICE—The Village’s mayor and councillors could see a boost in compensation, their first since 1994, if council approves a sweeping bylaw that received first reading during council’s Apr. 10 meeting. Remuneration Bylaw No. 596, 2013, would boost compensation for elected officials 50 per cent and tie future increases to increases in employee wages as approved within the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Upon approval of the bylaw, scheduled to take effect in June, the mayor’s remuneration will go to $10,800 per year from $7,200, and councillors will receive $7,200 annually, up from $4,800. This would bring their annual compensation into line with provincial averages for other municipalities with operating budgets of

similar size ($13,000 for mayors, $7,800 for councillors). The Village of Port Alice is a corporation with an annual operating budget of more than $3 million. During deliberations on the 2013 budget, councillors discovered the remuneration had not changed for nearly 20 years, and requested administrator Madeline McDonald to research the compensation for other communities in B.C. Utilizing data from the Union of B.C. Municipalities survey statistics and calls to other North Island communities, McDonald found the combined compensation for mayor and council, $26,400 per year, was less than the cost of the Village’s annual audit. It was also the second-lowest rate of compensation in the province among

communities with similar operating budgets. Bylaw 596 also features provisions that will ensure another 19 years do not pass before a future council revisits the matter of its compensation. In its review, the Village found council compensation is not regularly reviewed during annual budget discussions, but the new bylaw will include automatic annual review. Council was initially scheduled to give first, second and third readings to the bylaw during its Apr. 10 meeting, but chose to approve first reading and publish the bylaw information in the Village newsletter, the Rumble Sheet, to provide an opportunity for public input. Port Alice Council Remuneration 1994 - 2012 Mayor $7,200 Councilor $4,800

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The Secret’s out Missoula is back Gazette staff Missoula Children’s Theatre returns for its annual stop in Port McNeill next month, and will host auditions for its production of The Secret Garden Monday, May 6 at Sunset Elementary School. Roles are available for children of all ages, kindergarten through Grade 7. Those auditioning should arrive at 3:30 p.m. and plan to stay for the full two hours. Some of the cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the audition. A volunteer pianist is also being sought to provide accompaniment. Among the roles to be cast are Mary Lennox,

Martha Sowerby, Dickon Sowerby, Susan Sowerby, Colin Craven, Archibald Craven, Ayah/ Bilge Rat/Captain, Mrs. Medlock, Doctor Craven, Ben Weatherstaff, Robin Redbreast, the Bugs that Rock, the Canadian Geese, the Moor Folk, the Fireflies and the Secret Garden. All students, grades kindergarten through Grade 7, are encouraged to audition. No advance preparation is necessary. Assistant Directors will also be cast to assist with the technical aspects of the production. The Missoula Children’s Theatre touring productions

are complete with costumes, scenery, props and makeup. MCT Tour Actor/Directors will conduct rehearsals throughout the week from 3:30 p.m. to 7:45 each day. The Secret Garden will be presented on Saturday, May 11 at Gate House Community Theatre, with showings at 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. The Missoula Children’s Theatre residency in Port McNeill is brought to you by Gate House Community Association with support from local donations and Andrew Mahon Foundation. For more information or to offer your talent on piano, call Kathy Martin at 250956-3456.

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North Island Life The deep blue CoC awards Gazette staff The Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce celebrated business in the town with its annual Business and Community Awards gala last weekend. Attendees were treated to a buffet from chef Alfons Bauer and his team from the Sporty Bar and Grill before masters of ceremony Janet and Dale Dorward announced the prize winners. The Don Cruickshank Award was given to Chamber President James Emerson. The Ser vice Excellence Award went to Kristen Ireton from Peoples Drug Mart,

while Kimberley Kufaas picked up the Young Entrepreneur Award. North Island Home Improvements took the prize for Home Based Business and the NonRetail Business of the Year was awarded to Port Hardy Bulldozing. MC Dale Dorward saw the other side of the mic when the Business Role Model of the Year was awarded to Macandales. After the awards, attendees took part in a live auction before the Jam Shack Araknids took to the stage and provided the soundtrack to the rest of the night. Here are some pictures from the ‘under the sea’ themed event...

Clockwise from above: Lisa Harrison and Alison Mercer dressed for the occasion at the ‘under the sea’ themed awards dinner; Robert Gagnon picks up the Home Business of the Year Award for North Island Home Improvements at the Port Hardy Chamber of Commerce event; James Emerson collects the Don Cruickshank Award from Carly Perkovich at the Business Awards in Port Hardy; Mac and Dale Dorward collect the Business Role Model of the Year Award for Macandales; Ron and Paul Tupper collect the award for Non-Retail Business of the Year for Port Hardy Bulldozing presented by Craig Ferguson; Kimberley Kufaas’ parents Martin and Liz collect her Young Entrepreneurs Award. Kimberley was unable to collect the award in person as she was attending college in Nanaimo. A O’Toole

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Margaret was born. “Chief Rande Cook would like to thank the Netherlands, in particularly the Volkenkunde

Museum in Leiden, for opening their door and allowing is to share our language and culture,” said Willie. “It means a lot to the Kwakwaka’wakw to be able to express

our culture freely. He would also like to thank his family and friends for standing behind him through this whole journey. G i l a k a s d a ’ x w ’l a ! (thank you all).”

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Carnival has its ups and downs West Coast Amusements made its annual stop in Port Hardy last weekend, and a large crowd was on hand to ride and play. Clockwise from above: • Linden Harrison grins as he shoots down the slide; • Ella Barrett of Port McNeill enjoys a turn on the Yo-Yo; • Tyler Zapp and Alex Alfred yell down from their perch on the ferris wheel; • Riders swing in front of the ferris wheel; •Kayla Evans of Port McNeill embarks on a reptile safari; and •Krista Minar helps keep daughter Jayna’s horse from bolting on the merry-go-round. A O’Toole, J.R. Rardon

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NIC grants The Rotary Club Corner Gazette staff Students attending North Island College have a few weeks left to apply for a scholarship or bursary towards next year’s tuition. The NIC Foundation is offering $240,000 to students thanks to its donors, with scholarships based on academic achievement and bursaries for those who can demonstrate financial need. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2013. For more information about NIC Awards or for questions or assistance with the application process, contact Beth Turner at 250-

334-5000 (ext. 4267) or email foundation@ nic.bc.ca. A list of awards offered can be found online at www.nic. bc.ca/awards.

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Kristen and I moved to the North Island 7 years ago, never having set foot on Vancouver Island. We had no idea what to expect and planned on being here for a short term, and then moving back to our homes either in Ontario or Saskatchewan. Port Hardy and its people have a quick way of making you feel at home! We quickly found a great group of friends and good opportunity to work in the community. We’ve been the owners of Peoples Drug Mart in the Thunderbird Mall for 2 years, and love getting the chance to work with the community to provide a high level of care. I joined Rotary primarily for the local projects that they undertake. Just looking around town, the community involvement is obvious. From the fishing park to the tennis courts, helping the seniors center and Rotary auction and so many more, I really enjoy the sense of pride the club takes in our little town. (and the club members are okay too! ;))

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Tell us about items of interest to the sports community. April 19-20 Karate Bushido Shotokan Karate hosts belt testing. Friday 6:15 p.m. at Avalon Academy, Port Hardy. Saturday 12:15 p.m., Sointula Community Hall. Public welcome. April 21 Golf Seven Hill Golf and Country Club AGM Tournament, noon golf, followed by annual general meeting at 3 p.m. Info, 250-949-9818. April 27 Baseball North Vancouver Island Baseball League season opener, Port Hardy Cubs vs. Port McNeill Rangers, 5 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark. May 3-5 Youth soccer Annual Mud Bowl tournament, Port McNeill. NISS, Sunset Elementary and Cheslakees fields. Age group from tots to U18; divisional playoffs Sunday. Concession and snacks. Times tba. Slo-pitch Umpires Ice-breaker tournament, Beaver Harbour Ballpark. Co-ed, skins format. To sign up or for info, call 250-949-7221. May 4 Baseball Hyde Creek vs. Port Hardy, 6 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark. May 5 Baseball Port McNeill vs. Hyde Creek, 4 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark. May 11 Baseball Hyde Creek vs. Port McNeill, 4 p.m., Hyde Creek Ballpark. May 18-20 Baseball Sointula Invitational Tournament at Sointula Ballfield. Oyster bake, more.

Hockey awards go to familiar faces Gazette staff PORT HARDY— The Port Hardy Minor Hockey Association made life easy on its engraver last week when it selected both Sarah Case and Robby Heavenor as repeat winners for the club’s two major awards for the 2012-13 season. The two were presented their plaques during the Port Hardy Minor Hockey Annual General Meeting and awards dinner, held last Tuesday at the Civic Centre. Case earned the Hugh Fraser Memorial Award as Most Dedicated Referee for the second straight year, officiating minor hockey games while also playing for two teams — the Triport Bantam girls Wild Onez and the Port Hardy bantam house squad. Heavenor was honoured for the second time with the Robbie Burns Memorial Most Dedicated Mentor plaque. Heavenor, who captained the North Island Eagles midget squad to within one game of the provincial finals, found time in his schedule to also serve as an assistant coach for some of Port Hardy’s younger skaters. Awards for Most Sportsmanlike, Most Dedicated and Most Improved players were handed out for the association’s atom, peewee, bantam and midget teams. Novice and peanut/pre-nut

Logan Lamothe calls for more spaghetti as his mom, Sabrina Dent, ladles during Port Hardy Minor Hockey's annual awards dinner at the Civic Centre last week. Vice president Michel Therrien greets winner Robby J.R. Rardon Heavenor during presentation of the Robbie Burns Memorial Mentor of the Year Award.

(initiation) skaters each received certificates, but no individual awards were given at those levels. The AGM saw the election of officers for the coming 2013-14 season, and the bulk of the current executive will return, including president Graham Richards, vice-president Michel Therrien, secretary Sabrina Dent and treasurer Nadine Gough. Jackie Hunt, Tracy Ranger, Lynea Borg and Aaron Miller also will be back in leadership roles, joined by newcomers Jamie Harrison (head coach) and Joe Jewell (equipment manager).

Complete awards listings appear in Scoreboard, page 16.

Port Alice hockey Tyler Roper, who averaged nine goals per game during

tournaments in both Port Hardy and Port McNeill, was an easy choice as MVP as Port

Alice Minor Hockey presented its novice team awards following taping of a promo for CBC’s Hockey Night in Canada this month. Dawson Twamley (Most Improved) and Taylor Spafford (Most Sportsmanlike) were also presented awards at the ceremony, which included a pizza dinner. The novice skaters will be featured introducing Hockey Night in Canada this Saturday, Apr. 20, after being selected in Scotiabank’s Hockey Kids promotion earlier this year. Video of the team’s taping is available at nor thislandgazette. com.

North Island dojo hosts karate testing Gazette staff PORT HARDY—The public is invited to watch this weekend as Bushido Shotokan Karate dojo hosts a pair of belt testing sessions at both of its North Island locations. The school, headed by 5th-dan Sensei Ivan DeToro, will hold testing for students

in Port Hardy tomorrow, Apr. 19, at Avalon Adventist Junior Academy, 4640 Byng Rd. Following a seminar class from 5-6 p.m., testing will take place with guest instructor Joe Dixon of Vancouver beginning at 6:15 p.m. On Saturday, Apr. 20, DeToro and Dixon will trav-

Sports Briefs el to Sointula, where students in BSKA of Sointula will be rated on kata (forms) and fighting skills for belt levels. Instruction begins with a seminar class from 11:15 a.m.-noon at the

Community Centre, with testing to follow at 12:15 p.m. Bushido Shotokan’s Port Hardy dojo includes 33 students. Another 18 students are enrolled at Sointula’s dojo. DeToro, who has been instructing in karate for nearly 30 years since relo-

cating to North Vancouver Island from his native Chile, will test for his 6th dan (sixth degree) black belt later this year at the U.S. National Championships in Denver, Col. There is no admission fee to attend and watch this weekend’s karate testing at either location.

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Refs ready for spring soccer season PORT McNEILL— The North Island kicked off its soccer season this month, and on the eve of the first games Stu Power put the league’s aspiring referees through their paces with a clinic. Power, referee-inchief for the Comox Valley United Soccer Club and secretary for the Vancouver Island Soccer Referees’ Association (Northern Chapter), came to Sunset Elementary School in Port McNeill for the sixth year in a row to explain the finer points of arbitration to a new crop of whistleblowers. The free clinic, sponsored by North Island Youth Soccer and organized by Scott Harris of Port Hardy, local head referee, drew more than two dozen youths for the morning session on refereeing under-10 and younger brackets which are designated as “mini” soccer games. After a break for lunch, eight of the older participants returned for the afternoon session on the

Comox Valley referee Stu Power explains rules to prospective soccer referees during the recent ref clinic at Sunset School in Port McNeill. At right, Mason Friman gets a J.R. Rardon hand from North Island head ref Scott Harris during a gym session. slightly expanded rule- interpretation at each gymnasium, learning and Port Alice. League action will set used for divisional- level. The students correct positioning, were then given quiz- hand signals and calls continue each weeklevel play. end through the spring, In each session, the zes on the laws of through examples. The newly minted with the first tournacrop of officials-to-be the game to test their referees were in action ment, the annual Mud were instructed in the knowledge. The participants the following day as Bowl in Port McNeill, classroom using video clips, a tabletop pitch were also challenged the season opened Apr. slated for May 3-5, and and live demonstra- to put their skills into 7 on the North Island, the final tourney in tions on the minutiae practice as the sessions with games in Port Port Hardy June 22-23. of the rules and their moved to the school Hardy, Port McNeill

Sports Scoreboard HOCKEY Port Hardy Minor Hockey AGM and 2013 Awards Dinner Hugh Fraser Memorial Award Most Dedicated Referee Sarah Case Brian Burns Memorial Award Mentor of the Year Robby Heavenor Midgets Most Improved: Drew Robertson Most Dedicated: Troy Cadwell Most Sportsmanlike: Mason Irvine. Bantams Most Improved: Patrick Traverse, Riley Nelson Most Dedicated: Logan McLachlan Most Sportsmanlike: Sage Hanuse Peewees Most Improved: Seth Hanuse Most Dedicated: Tim Alfred, Bree-Anna Henderson Most Sportsmanlike: Saphron Purdy Atoms

Most Improved: Madyson Harris Most Dedicated: Owain Jewell Most Sportsmanlike: Noah Doyle, Avary Miller Novice, Peanut No individual awards presented

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Clockwise from upper right: Jordan Joliffe of Alert Bay Elementary describes her experiment to judges Malcolm Fleeton and Jen Russell during last week’s Regional Science Fair in Port McNeill; Tori Romas, Ocean Argyle, Nicolette Chesal (rear) and Jaasmine Crawford of Eagle View Elementary tuck into some “quicksand” during the Regional Science Fair at Port McNeill Community Hall last week; Port Hardy Secondary student volunteer Brett Walker blows flame from a tube held by science educator John Groff during a “Science Magic Show” held during last week’s Regional Science Fair.

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Bright minds shine at fair Gazette staff PORT McNEILL— Danielle Lacasse of Avalon Adventist Junior Academy and Julianna Nielson of Gold River Secondary School each earned berths in the B.C. Science Fair last week when they were awarded the top overall spots in the North Island Regional Science Fair at the local Community Hall. Lacasse, entered in the Grade 7-8 experiment category with her entry Testing Streams, also won the B.C. Science Teachers’ Award and a $100 cash prize. Nielson’s entry in the Grade 9-10 study category, titled Fatal Factors, won the SCWIST Award, which also carries a $100 prize. Students from across the North Island, from grades 3 through 10, were graded by a panel of judges in experiment and study categories. In addition to first-, second- and third-place ribbons in each category, 14 of the students were awarded special sponsored prizes, many

of which came a trophy, plaque and/or cash award. During the day, students were also tasked with an engineering challenge, in which they worked in teams to create a device to protect an egg from breaking when dropped from height. Before the awards ceremony, they were treated to the instructive — and occasionally incendiary — Science Magic Show by teacher John Groff and Port Hardy Secondary student volunteers Brett Walker and Brodie Johnson. Al Appleton Worksafe Award ($100): Trent Beek, Sunset Elementary BC Agriculture in the Classroom Award ($100): Clayton Harder, Sunset Elementary BC Hydro for Generations Award ($100): Mica Donaghy, Sunset Elementary BC Nature Award ($75): Abbi Kervin, Fort Rupert Elementary BCIC Student/Teacher Recognition Award ($100): Students Troy Bruce and Cole Aitken; teacher Kristi Graham.

BCIC Young Scientist Award (trophy, iTunes card): Freya Reed, A.J. Elliott School BC Science Teachers’ Award ($100): Danielle Lacasse, Avalon Academy Heart and Stroke Foundation (plaque): Tony Zapp and Braxton Flottvik, Fort Rupert Elementary Michael Crooks Physics Prize ($75): Dexter LashBurrows, A.J. Elliott School SCWIST Award ($100): Julianna Nielson, Gold River Secondary DAWEG Award ($50): Stephanie Lacasse, Avalon Academy Erica Slack Memorial Award (plaque): Molly Lash-Burrows, A.J. Elliott School Sylvia Gaudet Memorial Award ($100): Gwantilakw Hunt Cranmer, T’lisalagi’lakw School Assn. of Professional Biology Award: (2x$50): Connor Van Will, Sunset Elementary; Stephanie Lacasse, Avalon Academy. Grade 3/4 experiment: 1. Connor Van Will, Sunset; 2. Joey Grant, Sunset; 3. Owen Johnson, Sunset. Grade 3/4 study: 1. Lucas Prong, Avalon; 2. Sarah Carey/Lyra Fletcher,

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The artists captures the whitecaps on Nimpkish Lake in this springtime portrait from the former Nimpkish Camp site. Gordon Henschel

Whitecaps churn memories My love affair with Nimpkish Camp has been a lengthy one, on and off again for thirty years. Back then, it was a beautiful Canfor townsite loved by all its inhabitants. Not only did it have most modern amenities but one of the most magnificent views in B.C. I remember painting from the front yard of Ray and Helga Wilkinson’s looking across Nimpkish Lake to the Karmutzen Range while being pampered with coffee and cookies. What a superb town in a glorious era. Today there is nothing there but young trees, in a park-like atmosphere of tall grass with intruding salal and salmon berries. However, if you stop where the community hall used to be, you can still hear

A Brush with Henschel with Gordon Henschel the elusive sounds of music and revelry that was a part of the life of a thriving community. If you walk toward the lake you will reach a steep escarpment that was once the shores of the lake. At the bottom of it you will discover, to your surprise (if you’ve never been there before), a lovely campground on the level area between the escarpment and the lake. This was built, courtesy of Canadian

Forest Products, for the community as a picnic site and has been maintained to this day — all free of charge! In the summer, when the land in the interior of the island warms, the lake becomes a huge funnel pulling in the cool air from the ocean. On a sunny day, like clockwork, each afternoon the lake at its upper end becomes a foaming froth of whitecaps. This phenomenon has made the Nimpkish Campsite a haven for windsurfers. In July the whole thing looks like some huge Gypsy encampment with people vying for space along the narrow ribbon of shoreline. Once again, it has become a thriving, albeit seasonal, community. Although I have enjoyed many a campfire singsong with this

crazy group of thrill seekers, my favourite time there is in the offseason. Often in winter, not only because it is a haven from the southeast winds that plague us at that time of year, but also because it faces south, capturing the warmth of the afternoon sun. This spring, when I painted this watercolour on the spot, it was actually hot! And guess what? It was warm enough to pull in the breezes from the ocean and whip up some whitecaps. As I was painting the wild roses in the foreground, I felt a presence. Could it have been one of the Gypsy surfers astrotraveling and making sure I wasn’t taking his campsite? Gordon Henschel owns an art gallery in Nimpkish Heights. www.henschel.ca.

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New woodlot expansion PORT MCNEILL—A new woodlot opportunity is available on West Cracroft Island as the Province continues to support new or expanded forestry opportunities for smaller operators, Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Steve Thomson announced last week. The woodlot includes

800 hectares of Crown land in the vicinity of Bones Bay on the north side of West Cracroft Island, and has a proposed allowable annual cut of 4,479 cubic metres. Most of the woodlot is a mix of second-growth hemlock and western red cedar. “Expanding the woodlot licence program is good for local

communities and for the province of B.C.,” said Brian McNaughton, general manager, Federation of BC Woodlot Associations. “Each new woodlot licence generates economic activity by creating jobs and providing a source of wood for local milling and manufacturing.” Applications will be accepted until Friday,

May 24, at 1:30 p.m. Further details about the new licence are available through the North Island-Central Coast Resource District office at 250-956-5063 or online at: www23. for.gov.bc.ca/notices/ (Ad Notice #7751). There are currently about 860 active woodlots in British Columbia.

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Wild Heart shows moved to theatre

PORT McNEILL— Organizers were unsure what to expect this weekend for the first concert by a new youth choir. Clearly, any concerns about low turnout were unfounded. The debut of the Wild Heart Music Program, started with fundraising help by Port McNeillraised singer Georgia Murray, takes place Saturday with concerts at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. But the two groups of singers — a senior choir and junior choir — will not perform in their usual rehearsal location at St. John Gualbert Anglican Church. Instead, the shows have been moved to Gate House Community Theatre downtown, due to overwhelming ticket demand.

“We had enough tickets printed for maximum seating for both shows,” said Wade Allen, pastor at St. John Gualbert and one of the directors of the Wild Heart program. “We sold them all, and people kept coming for more. It’s really been quite astounding.” Murray, who is now based in Victoria, will return home to sing several numbers with the young singers, who have been training under instructor Fran Jenkins since the beginning of the year. “Gate House was wonderful, stepping up for the kids,” said Allen. The Gate House Society was formed to promote the arts on the North Island.

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

DEATHS

CELEBRATIONS

COMING EVENTS

INFORMATION

FULL LENGTH CRINOLINE FOR RENT! Weddings, grad, etc. Only $35, deposit required. Call 250-949-8928

CALL FOR ENTRIES 11TH ANNUAL Kitty Coleman Woodland Art & Bloom Festival. Fine Art and Quality Crafts Juried Show. Presented in a spectacular outdoor setting May 18,19,20 Applications for Artisans are available at woodlandgardens.ca 250-338-6901

IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

INFORMATION

Jack Roger Tompkins April 24, 1945-March 15, 2013

Jack lost his short battle with cancer March 15, 2013. Survived by Karen Joseph, Natasha, sister Arlene Judson and family (Ontario), gene Slater and family, Cliff Wagnor and family (Ontario), Because of his dedication to baseball, we are doing his service on September 21, 2013 in Courtney, BC. This would have been his last game. In lieu of ďŹ&#x201A;owers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

Stan Mitchell 1930-2013 Stan Mitchell 1930-2013

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE BC Help Tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Families Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; leave a gift in your will. legacy@rmhbc.ca

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PERSONALS DID YOU KNOW? BBB is a not-for-profit organization committed to building relationships of trust in the marketplace. Look for the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory Eedition on your Black Press Community Newspaper website at www.blackpress.ca. You can also go to http://vi.bbb.org/directory/ and click on the 2013 BBB Accredited Business Directory

PORT HARDY BAPTIST CHURCH Corner of Trustee & Highland Morning Service 11:00 am Plus regular family activities Office: 250-949-6844 www.porthardybaptistchurch.ca Pastor: Kevin Martineau 11/13

ST. COLUMBA ANGLICAN UNITED Reverend Wade Allen 9190 Granville St. Port Hardy Phone 250-949-6247 11:00 a.m. Sunday School and Service Wed., 1:00 pm Bible Study Everyone welcome Meeting rooms available columbac@uniserve.com

11/13

Family and friends of Stan Mitchell are saddened to announce his passing on April 9, 2013 in the Port Hardy Hospital, with his niece Trudy, daughters Robin and Elaine, and granddaughter Kathryn, by his side. Survived and greatly missed by his wife Helen and her children Danny and Linda. Stans five children: Heather, Gordon, Elaine, Ginny and Robin. He was pre-deceased by his daughter Bridie. Stan spent many years building and travelling many Family and friends ofofStan Mitchell are saddened to announce BCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highways. We to thank the 9, staff and the Port Hardy hiswish passing on April 2013 indoctors the PortatHardy Hospital, Hospital for the exceptional and compassionate with his niece Trudy, Robin and Elaine, and care daughters they provided. A celebration of life April 28 - 1pm atbyPort Hardy Legion. granddaughter Kathryn, his side.

Survived and greatly missed by his wife Helen and her children Danny and Linda. Stans ďŹ ve children: Heather, Gordon, Elaine, Ginny and Robin. He was pre-deceased by his daughter Bridie. Stan spent many years building and travelling many of BCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highways. We wish to thank the staff and doctors at the Port Hardy Hospital for the exceptional and compassionate care they provided. A celebration of life April 28 - 1pm at Port Hardy Legion.

LOCAL CRISIS LINE 24/7 Port Hardy (250)949-6033 Alert Bay/Kingcome (250)974-5326

FULL GOSPEL CHURCH 2540 Catala Place Port McNeill (across from Firehall) Sunday 10:30 am - Morning Worship Church Office 250-956-4741 Pastor Stan Rukin Youth Pastor: Steve Taylor Cell: 250-527-0144 Office hours: 10am-4pm Mon-Thurs Visitors always welcome www.ptmcfullgospel.org

11/13

CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN Alert Bay Sunday Services - 10 am Reverend Lincoln Mckoen 1-250-974-5844 Warden Flora Cook 250-974-5945 Warden Joan Stone 250-974-2234 11/13

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 4680 Byng Rd. Port Hardy Pastor George Hilton 250-949-8925 or 250-949-8826 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone welcomeâ&#x20AC;? Saturday Services 9:30am - Bible Study groups 10:45am - Worship/Praise service Wednesday @ 7pm - Prayer meeting Avalon Adventist Jr. Academy Offering Christian Education 250-949-8243

11/13

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Port Hardy meets every Wednesday & Saturday at the Upper Island Public Health Unit on Gray Street at 8pm. Sundays at the Salvation Army Lighthouse, 8635 Granville St., at 7pm. VANCOUVER ISLAND HEALTH AUTHORITY is requesting clients to update their contact info so it may reach children and adults needing immunization. Call 250-902-6071 Visit 7070 Market St

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS Port Hardy meets on Mondays at 7:30pm & Fridays at 8pm. Located at Upper Island Public Health Unit on Gray St. (rear entrance), Port Hardy, B.C. For more information call 1877-379-6652.

North Island Church Services NORTH ISLAND CATHOLIC CHURCHES Sunday Masses St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Port McNeill: 9am St. Bonaventure Port Hardy: 11am St. Theresaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Port Alice: Saturdays 5:00pm Alert Bay: 1st & 3rd Saturdays 10am Father Roger Poblete 250-956-3909

11/13

PORT MCNEILL BAPTIST CHURCH 2501 Mine Road Sunday 9:45 am (Sept-June) - Sunday School 11:00 am - Worship Service 7:00 pm - Evening Fellowship Youth Group Wed - 7:00 pm Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Programs & Adult Bible Studies are scheduled throughout the year. For information contact 0ASTOR $AVE 0URDY s 11/13

LIGHTHOUSE RESOURCE CENTRE s #HAPLAIN 3ERVICES s "IBLE 3TUDIES s 3PIRITUAL #OUNSELLING s 7EEKLY !! 'ROUPS (8635 Granville St. Port Hardy) 250-949-8125

PORT ALICE ANGLICANUNITED FELLOWSHIP Reverend Wade Allen Sunday Services - 4pm 1-250-949-6247 Box 159, Port Alice You are extended a special invitation to share in our Services

11/13

ST. JOHN GUALBERT UNITED ANGLICAN CHURCH 250-956-3533 Email: gualbert@uniserve.com Sunday Worship - 9:00am Reverend Wade Allen All Welcome 175 Cedar Street Port McNeill 11/13

GWAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;SALA-â&#x20AC;&#x2122;NAKWAXDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;XW SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH at entrance to Tsulquate Village (8898 Park Dr) Saturday/Sabbath 10:00 am-Sabbath School 11:15 am-Worship Service Pastor Randy Elliott 250-230-1885 cell 11/13

11/13

PORT HARDY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP at Providence Place, 7050 Rupert St Sunday Worship 10:30 am & 7 pm Tuesday Prayer 7:30 pm Midweek Biblestudies - Call the church for time and place 250-949-6466 Pastor George & Karen Ewald (home) 250-949-9674 E-Mail:pastorgeorge@providenceplace.ca 11/13

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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2 and 4 stroke small engine mechanics needed in Port McNeill. Chainsaws, lawn mowers, outboards. Wage negotiable, benefits available. Start today! Resume to crosback@telus.net AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN required at Jenner Chevrolet in Victoria BC. Rare opportunity for a top performing, quality & customer focused team player. Email: mgray@jennerchev.com

OWN A Homecare Business. Full Training and Support. Help others with great income potential. Canadian company. $80K to start. Qualicare.com 888.561.0616

HEALTH DIRECTOR required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description /apply to Casey.Larochelle@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-949-6066 by midnight on April 30, 2013. P/t (0.7 FTE), salary commensurate with experience.

LEGALS

Land Act: Notice of Intention to Apply for a Disposition of Crown Land Take notice that International Forest Products of Vancouver, BC intends to make application the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNR), North Island â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Central Coast District OfďŹ ce for a License of Occupation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Industrial Log Handling, File Number 1414030, situated on Provincial Crown Land located at Hardy Inlet. For a more information or to make written comments, please contact: Chris Boulton, International Forest Products Limited, 1250 Ironwood St. Campbell River V9W 6H5 250-2865009, chris.boulton@interfor.com OR Kathy Howard, Ministry of Forests, North Island Central Coast Forest District. PO Box 7000 Port McNiell BC V0N 2R0, 250-956-5006; kathryn. howard@gov.bc.ca. The review and comment period will last 30 days from April 11th, 2013. Comments will be received until May 10th, 2013. FLNR ofďŹ ce may not be able to consider comments received after this date. Comments can also be posted at: http://www.arfd.gov.bc.ca/ ApplicationPosting/index.jsp?PrimaryStatus=pending Please be sure to cite the Applicantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name and the location of the proposed activity and File Number for reference. Be advised that any response to this advertisement will be considered part of the public record. For information, contact the Freedom of Information Advisor at FLNR ofďŹ ce.

HELP WANTED

HOECHUCKER OPERATOR

Link River (Alice Lake) near Port Alice Bere Point on Malcolm Island Duties include collecting campsite fees; enforcing campground rules; minor maintenance work; and coordination of reservations with the Regional District OfďŹ ce. Term: June 14 to September 3, 2013. REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR CAMPSITE HOST AT: Clint Beek (Keogh Lake) Duties include enforcing campground rules and minor maintenance work at a nonfee Provincial Government campsite. Ideally, the successful candidates will stay at a designated site at Link River, Bere Point and Clint Beek Campsite for the season. The candidates should state their previous related experience; demonstrate their ability to provide service for the season; state any requirements they may have from the Regional District; and provide references. A complete list of work and services to be performed is available at the Regional District OfďŹ ce or from the RDMW website: www.rdmw.bc.ca under â&#x20AC;&#x153;Regional Services, Parksâ&#x20AC;?. Closing Date: Friday, May 3, 2013 at 4:00 pm Please send in your Expression of Interest application in writing to: Neil Smith, Manager of Parks Regional District of Mount Waddington P.O. Box 729, 2044 McNeill Road, Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 Phone: 250-956-3301 â&#x20AC;˘ Fax: 250-956-3232 â&#x20AC;˘ Email: info@rdmw.bc.ca

Medical Clerk

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC PROCESSOR OPERATOR Lasota Contracting Ltd is seeking seeking these four positions (Ticketed or apprentice welcome). These are fulltime positions.

Union plus rate. Email: lasota6@telus.net

Student Summer Employment at Museum

FULL-TIME ASSISTANT at the Port Hardy Museum

Duties: welcome visitors, act as docent, co-ordinate public events, operate gift shop, organize photo collection. Must have attended school full-time 2012-2013 and be returning as full-time student in September 2013, aged between 16-30 years, preferably college/ university level. Education and/or experience with tourism, retail, and/or historical research preferred. Must meet grantorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s criteria. Employment, wages & duration dependent on funding received. Apply in person, by mail to the Port Hardy Museum: 7110 Market St. Box 2126, Port Hardy, V0N 2P0; or email:phmachin@telus.net with cover letter, resumĂŠ, & references.

HELP WANTED

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Namgis Health Centre is seeking a

DRILL BLASTER

Responsibilities: The Medical Clerk is responsible for chart and patient related activities including: s ORGANIZATION OF PATIENT CHARTS s ASSISTANCE WITH DATA MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS s SCANNING AND LINKING OF DOCUMENTS IN THE 7OLF -EDICAL SYSTEM Duties include: DICTA TYPING TELEPHONE RECEPTION AND other ofďŹ ce duties as requested. QualiďŹ cations: s -EDICAL /FlCE CERTIlCATE -EDICAL 4ERMINOLOGY course s MINIMUM OF TWO YEARS HEALTH RECORDS EXPERIENCE AND ABILITY TO WORD PROCESS FROM DICTAPHONE AND OPERATE EQUIPMENT RELATIVE TO THE DEPARTMENT s KEYBOARDING SKILLS OF WPM AND DEMONSTRATED COMPETENCY WITH -3 7ORD AND %XCEL s EXPERIENCE WITH 7OLF -EDICAL SYSTEM %XCELLERIES and Medinet an asset s EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS RELATE WELL TO PATIENTS and colleagues s FOLLOWING THE 0ERSONNEL 0OLICY APPLY CONlDENTIALITY WITH RESPECT TO MEDICAL RECORDS AND ALL INTERACTIONS WITH PATIENTS IN THE OFlCE SETTING s SHALL RESPECT &IRST .ATIONS CULTURE AND TRADITIONS AS THEY PERTAIN TO MEDICAL CARE s CURRENT #LASS DRIVER S LICENSE 0LEASE SUBMIT RESUME COVER LETTER AND THREE REFERENCES to: 4ERRI #HRISTIANSON 0HYSICIANS 0ROGRAM -ANAGER @.aMgis Health Centre 0/ "OX !LERT "AY "# 6 . ! TERRIC NAMGIS BC CA Please note only those short listed will be contacted. help wanted

help wanted

Applications received until 5:00 pm, May 18.

PaciďŹ cus Biological Services provides resource management consulting in the mid-coast area of British Columbia. PaciďŹ cus is a dynamic and growing company and we are currently looking to ďŹ ll several positions at our Port Hardy location.

FISHERIES TECHNICIANS

HELP WANTED

REGIONAL DISTRICT OF MOUNT WADDINGTON (Vancouver Island North) REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR CAMPSITE CARETAKERS:

HELP WANTED

North Island Better at Home Coordinator This position is the key contact for the North Island Better at Home program which assists seniors with simple non-medical day-to-day tasks so that they can continue to live independently in their own homes and remain connected to their communities. Responsibilities include working with the regional advisory committee, recruiting, training and overseeing volunteers and contractors. Preferred qualiďŹ cations include demonstrated experience working with seniors and knowledge of North Island resources, service providers and networks. The successful applicant will also have administrative reporting and budgeting skills in addition to strong communication skills. Resumes may be sent to the Executive Director North Island Crisis & Counselling Centre Society PO Box 2446, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 Email: chrisp@nicccs.org Fax: 250-949-8344 Application deadline: Friday, May 3, 2013

Applicants must have a technical diploma or bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in the biological sciences. Previous ďŹ eld experience in coastal BC (minimum 1 year), strong organizational and communication skills, willingness to travel to and work in remote areas as well as a valid BC driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence with drivers abstract are required.

SUMMER STUDENTS PaciďŹ cus has positions available for summer employment. Duties would include performing ďŹ eld work and technical assistance to biologists as required. Candidates should have an interest in science, be responsible and willing to work in a dynamic environment. Students are require to have BC drivers licence accompanied by a driver abstract.

TEMPORARY LABOURER PaciďŹ cus has multiple positions available on our Erosion and Sediment Control Crew. This is a full-time temporary position. Successful applicants must be physically ďŹ t and able to work long hours in all weather conditions. A valid BC driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s licence accompanied by a driver abstract is an asset. Please submit resume, cover letter, and references by Tuesday April 24, 2013, (Attn: Jen Russell). Clearly state which position is of interest. Positions to start immediately. Wages are industry-competitive.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

HOUSES FOR SALE

APARTMENT/CONDO

AUTO FINANCING

BUSINESS SERVICES

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE

CLUXEWE RESORT Mgr. required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Port Hardy to manage cabins, campground and restaurant. Enquire for job description or apply to manager@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250949-6066 by midnight on April 12, 2013. F/T. Salary commensurate with experience.

ARE YOU applying for or have you been denied Canada Pension Plan disability benefits? Do not proceed alone. Call Allison Schmidt 1-877-793-3222 www.dcac.ca

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HOME CARE NURSE required by Kwakiutl Band Council in Pt. Hardy, VI. Enquire for job description / apply to Casey.Larochelle@kwakiutl.bc.ca or fax 250-9496066 by April 30, 2013. F/T, salary commensurate with experience. Good benefits.

HOUSE CLEANING AVAILABLE! Too tired or too busy to clean? Call Darlene 250-230-2195 Reasonable rates, commercial or residential. Call for estimate. Ref available. Port Hardy area only.

SUPERVISOR required for seasonal off-loading of fishing vessels at the Coal Harbour Wharf. Fork lift, hi-ab and first aid tickets are required. Ability to deal with the public and efficiently manage crew are definite assets. Some maintenance skills are also required. Send resume with cover letter to info@qfnedc.ca or fax 250902-0638 by April 26, 2013. No phone calls please. THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Coastal Certified Hand Fallers-camp positions • Coastal Certified Bull Buckers • 980 Operator-Dryland sort • Grader Operator • Line Machine Operator • Heavy Duty Mechanics Fulltime camp with union rates/benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email to office@lemare.ca.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

LEGAL SERVICES

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MEDICAL HEALTH

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE AUCTIONS Auction Huge 3 Restaurant Like New Equipment Auction. April 20 @ 11 AM at Dodd’s Auction 3311-28 Ave, Vernon. 1-866-545-3259 View photos at doddsauction.com

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE ASHFORD TRADITIONAL Spinning Wheel, single pedal, excellent condition, extra bobbins and maintenance kit, $325 obo. Call (250)923-7629.

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NOW HIRING

Western Forest Products Inc. is an integrated Canadian forest products company located on Vancouver Island that is committed to the safety of our employees, the culture of performance and the discipline to achieve results. We currently have the following openings:

Hooktender Loader/Hoe Chuck Operator Scale Specialist Bullbucker Field Engineer Master Mechanic Heavy Duty Mechanic Detailed job postings can be viewed at

New Management 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom apartments. Competitive prices.

Call 250-956-3526.

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WEST PARK MANOR & LINDSAY MANOR in Port Hardy Large one & two bedroom suites, some with a great view, all clean and in excellent condition. Also elegantly furnished executive suites available. Well maintained secure & quiet buildings. Close to shopping. 2 year rental history and credit check required. Friendly onsite resident managers. Lisa & Richard. Call 250-949-9030 or email for info & pictures: wpark_lindsay@ cablerocket.com

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PORT HARDY Highland Manor •Bachelor •1bdrm furnished •1 and 2 bdrms suites References Call Jason 250-949-0192

ACREAGE 2.5 acre property on Hyde Creek Road, near Port McNeill, B.C. Includes well and approved site for septic field. Hydro, cable and phone lines to lot. $89,000. email dvs@cablerocket.com or phone 250-902-7075

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

HOMES WANTED

HOUSES FOR SALE

WE BUY HOUSES

Incredible 5 acre treed PARK-LIKE PROPERTY with Well-Maintained Furnished Home 1500 sq.ft, 3-bdrm, 2 bath. Extremely close to Pristine Cowichan Lake, in the town of Caycuse. Perfect for recreational property or full time living. Motivated seller $378,800. Exceptionally low yearly cost. Not leased land. Call 250-745-3387 smartytwo@hotmail.com

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RENTALS APARTMENT/CONDO PORT MCNEILL APARTMENTS

PORT HARDY 2400 sq ft house has been totally revamped, all new wiring, heating, plumbing & all new appliances. Large private yard with good sized deck & patio. Ample room for RV’s, boats - has lots of potential. $255,000. Call 250-230-7540 or 250-2300676.

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Well managed 1 & 2Bdrm suites. Gym & sauna on site. Call for availability.

Phone Rick 250-956-4555 PORT HARDY- 2 bdrm apt in Beaver Harbour area, in suite laundry. Available May 1st. N/S. $700. 250-949-6084.

PORT HARDY: 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath duplex. Avail. May 1st, newer flooring, paint etc, F/S, D/W, great condition, quiet central location. Can be avail. furnished if required. N/S, small pets negotiable, refs req’d. Call 250-230-1416.

MOBILE HOMES & PADS PORT MCNEILL 4 bdrm Modular Home for rent. Town lot. Wood / Electric heat. Locking sheds nice yard. Drywall, Vinyl windows, Hardwood floors, Large kitchen side by side fridge. $780 per month available May 1st. 250-6689787.

Human Resource Department Facsimile: 1.866.840.9611 Email: resumes@westernforest.com

CARS 2007 CUSTOM Chev HHR. Excellent condition. Loaded. White. 119,000 km, mostly hwy driven. On-Star. $11,900 firm. 250-755-5191. RECREATIONAL VEHICLES FOR SALE

2003 TAHOE, 29 foot 5th wheel, 2 slides, everything works, setup at the Pioneer RV Site, (Port Hardy). Asking $10,000. Call (250)897-6197.

UTILITY TRAILERS

PORT MCNEILL Mobile Home Park Pads for rent. Short walk to shopping, school & ocean. $283.00/ month Call 250-956-2355

UTILITY TRAILER 4’x8’ box. New last Oct. 2000lbs rated. Used to haul motorcycle. $1600. Port Hardy. 250-9497333.

HOMES FOR RENT

MARINE

2200 SQ/FT 2 storey ocean view home for rent in Port McNeill. Unobstructed ocean view. Woodstove, oil furnace, hardwood floors. Large backyard. New 15x32 sundeck facing the ocean. Available immediately. $1100 mo. london111211@hotmail.com AFFORDABLE FAMILY housing in Port Hardy, 3 bdrm, new kitchen, new flooring, NO PETS. Comes with F/S, W/D hook up, oil heat, $750. For further information call 250-923-4145, 250-203-2708.

20 FT 2011 welded aluminum with 4 electric down riggers and 150 hrp optiamamx 2 stroke. A mercury 20 hrp kicker with power trim and controls. Will sell sperate. Total package $30,000. $10,00 for 150 and $4000 for 20 hrp. Both engines still have 1 yr warranty. Very low hours. Call 250-209-0707.

BOATS

TOWNHOUSES

of the week.

3 BDRM, 1.5 bath, 5 appl., 1100 sq ft, covered parking, storage Rm, great area, close to sportsplex and walking trails, N/S N/P, Ref req., $1000/mth, avail. June 1st, 778-420-2252.

TRANSPORTATION

Before it was hip to be green, Ducks Unlimited

AUTO FINANCING

Canada was committed to saving habitat from coast to

Nicolette Chesal of Port Hardy enjoyed a spin on the Tilta-Whirl when the carnival came to town last week.

coast. Now that being green is everyone’s concern, our job is more important than ever. We need your help to conserve wetlands and

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School fish club gets hands-on Sean Barfoot Special to the Gazette PORT HARDY— Members of Eagle View Elementary Schools’ fishing and outdoors club explored the Little Tsulquate Creek last Wednesday. The creek runs right through the schools property. Kids learned about the different types of aquatic habitats including pools, runs, rapids and backeddies. Interestingly, members also learned about the importance of having trees and vegetation living next to the creek to slow down erosion and create hiding areas for fish. Dead trees in the river provide logs that the fish can use to hide from predators like blue herons, kingfishers, mink, bears and other fish.

After exploring the creek, Dave who is a biologist at Pacificus Biological Services used the electrofishing equipment to directly show the kids what species of fish live in the pools of the creek. Thanks to Dave and Pacif icus Biological Services for teaching the kids how they use science to responsibly manage our aquatic resources. Eagle Views Fishing and Outdoors Club has a primary and intermediate division and meets weekly. Above, biologist David Pratt shows members of the Eagle View Elementary Fish Heads how he uses electrofishing equipment to count and examine fish in Little Tsulquate Creek. Above right, a young coho salmon; Right: Pratt and teacher Sean Barfoot join the Fish Heads for a photo. Below, Pratt examines fish he’s collected in a bucket at the creek.

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Don’t spread invasive species Special to the Gazette Spring is a busy time for many gardeners on the North Island as they try and repair the ravages of the previous winter. Many hours of backbreaking labour often results in a significant amount of garden waste, which is beyond the capacity of typical household composting programs. One age-old solution is to haul this material out into the woods and let nature break it down, releasing the nutrients. It is simple and cheap, and what could go wrong? Unfortunately, a lot! Many plants that enhance the beauty of our gardens are not native to the North Island, and their origins can span the globe. These exotic plants often

struggle to survive on the North Island as they are not acclimatized, but in many instances they find Vancouver Island to be a paradise where there are no predators to control their growth and spread. When an exotic species goes out of control in the wild, it is classified as invasive and the damage it can do to the environment and property values is huge. A common example of an invasive exotic plant is Scotch broom, which is found along the side of many of our roads. But are you aware of plants such as giant hogweed and Japanese knotweed? The giant hogweed is particularly nasty as its sap causes blisters and can result in permanent blindness if it comes in contact with your eyes. Knotweed has adapted

concerned individuals have formed the North Island Region Invasive Species Partnership to try and raise awareness of the dangers of problem plants and other invasive organisms. An excellent resource can be found at http://www. bcinvasives.ca/.

very nicely to the North Island’s climate and continues to spread at an alarming rate. When this plant colonizes stream banks, it displaces native plants, de-stabilizes soil and can cause significant damage to streams.

The list of invasive exotic species creating problems in the wild keeps growing longer and the primary cause is disposing of garden waste in the bush. Professionals in the forest industry and other

To assist in its efforts, the Regional District of Mount Waddington will host information regarding invasive species and encourage residents of the North Island to dispose of their garden waste at 7 mile Landfill and Recycling Center. Current policy is to accept finer vegetation waste such as grass/ plant clippings or small branches/twigs for free as they are composted. Larger materials like

logs may result in a tipping fee of $25/tonne. If you have questions check out http://www. rdmw.bc.ca under solid waste regional service or contact our staff at 250949-1681. So get out there and enjoy your garden and the sun, but if you have any garden waste, please be responsible in how you dispose your cuttings. Patrick Donaghy is Operations Manager for the Regional District of Mount Waddington. Mike DesRochers is a Registered Professional Forester with the Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resources in Port McNeill.

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Cardboard Newsprint Coloured Paper (paper with coloured ink or colored fibre) Glossy Paper • Magazines • Catalogues • Phone books • Flyers • Soft cover books White Bond Paper Mixed Waste Paper (all junk mail, envelopes, craft paper, construction paper) Box Board (egg cartons, cereal boxes, kleenex boxes, etc) Type 2 Translucent Plastic: • Milk jugs • Water jugs • juice jugs • select pails Type 2 Colored and White Plastic: • detergent jugs • shampoo containers • select pails Type 1 Plastic (comingled ok) Type 3 Plastic (comingled ok) Type 4 Plastic (comingled ok) Type 5 Plastic (comingled ok)

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Type 6 Plastic (comingled ok) Type 7 Plastic (comingled ok) Milk Cartons (gable top) All Returnable Bottles & cans (ie with deposit): • glass (eg wine & beer bottles), • tetrapaks (eg Juice containers), • plastic or aluminum beverage containers Automotive Batteries* Industrial and Marine Batteries* Rechargeable Household Batteries* Other Non rechargeable Household Batteries* Non-Ferrous Metals (aluminum, copper, brass, lead and zinc) Ferrous Metals • tin cans • other clean steel & iron Empty Propane Tanks* Appliances (dryers, dishwashers, ovens, hot water tanks, etc) Appliances with CFC’s (Refrigerators, Freezers, air conditioners etc)* Electronic Goods (TV’s, stereo’s)* Computers* Computer Monitors* Household Paint*: Empty Paint Containers including aerosol cans*

32 Household Herbicides* • look for skull & crossbones and Pest Control Product number (PCP) 33 Household Pesticides * • look for skull & crossbones and Pest Control Product number (PCP) 34 Flammables (must be in approved containers)*: • Liquids only • Paint thinners • Other solvents • Camp fuels • Liquid adhesives with flammable symbol • Other flammables or solvents that have the flame symbol or wording similar to “keep away from open spark or flame” 35 Gasoline* in approved ULC containers only 36 Oil * 37 Oil, filters, jugs, etc* 38 Tires (see RDMW website for details)* 39 Used medications* 40 Compostable Garden waste (see RDMW website for details) 41 Thermostats 42 All battery/plug-in items 43 Fluorescent/CFC bulbs (ending July 1, 2013)

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New program will ease burden on landfill Given that it is very difficult for most households to completely eliminate garbage in our modern lifestyle, one of the most common sources of questions directed at Regional District staff relates to solid waste. In part, this curiosity is based on the everchanging rules and expectations related to solid waste. In recent years, first cardboard and then other materials such as electronics have been restricted in relation to the landfill, with hefty fees being levied to those who do not sort their garbage

properly. The coming years will continue the trend of the only constant being change itself. The biggest news centers on the new printed paper and packaging program funded by retailers and manufacturers, due to commence in May 2014. While details are still being settled, the new program will fund the diversion of all residential packaging from plastic and metal to cardboard and glass. Many of the materials being covered were not supported by the Regional District of Mount Wa d d i n g t o n previously, so

there may be some significant changes in our operations. This new recycling program will not be funded by your local government but will be covered in the cost of the purchase related to the packaging. This new way of paying for the recycling of packaging is very important because it means that if you don’t recycle that plastic bottle, you will

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have paid for a service you did not use. It also means that your taxes will go up because the cost of landfilling the bottle contributes to the annual regional district fee all homeowners are charged. Granted, one plastic bottle

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Living Oceans Plant a self-sustaining garden tackles debris Will Soltau Few people on the North Island would disagree that the health of our communities depends on the health of the ocean around us. Whether for food or fun, business or pleasure, the ocean plays a big part in our lives. Every day those of us working at Living Oceans are reminded by North Islanders how important the ocean is to the fabric of their lives and how passionate they are about conserving and protecting it. We share that passion. Whether we’re swapping sea stories at an Oceans Day event, interviewing locals to learn more about the North Island’s abundant marine resources, organizing volunteer shoreline cleanups, collaborating with marine-based industries intent on improving their business practices or encouraging public involvement in marine planning processes, our conservation efforts and initiatives are influenced by the people who live here. Living Oceans researches the issues we take on so that we can be assured our actions are based on sound science. Just like the ocean, our work is ever changing and always challenging. This year we’ve launched our new Clear the Coast project to help organize the efforts of North Island volunteers who want to help tackle the growing problem of marine debris in our region. Plastic in the ocean and onshore is more than an eyesore, it’s a threat to the ecosystem. Lost fishing gear keeps on fishing. The derelict and abandoned vessels that threaten to pollute our harbours need to be responsibly removed and disposed of. Divers from the Top Island Econauts are already volunteering their time and equipment to locate and remove ghost fishing traps. The Malcolm Island Harbour Authority and Lions Club are piloting an abandoned vessel disposal project. Volunteers are signing up for beach cleanups around the North Island. You can find out more on our website at www.livingoceans.org/clearthecoast. If you’d like to join in and help clear the coast around the North Island, contact Will Soltau 250-973-6580.

Donate goods to keep landfill longer Donating items is a great way to benefit the environment and the less fortunate. By donating items, donors are preventing usable goods from going into landfills. In addition, reusing donated items prevents the need to harvest new raw materials, which saves energy and reduces greenhouse gas emissions which contribute to global climate change.

Gardening is a rewarding hobby with thousands of devotees. Backyard gardens provide beauty and aesthetic appeal to a landscape, and they can be a source of homegrown food and a natural habitat for outdoor wildlife. A self-sustaining garden can be an efficient addition to any home, but gardens require upkeep and a certain measure of dedication. A self-sufficient garden is a garden that sustains itself through proper planning and execution. Such gardens can almost take care of themselves so long as the soil is healthy soil, the seeds are reused and organic material is produced. Self-sustaining gardens also represent a lifestyle where individuals are responsible for producing their own foods -- thus sustaining themselves without the need to shop for produce elsewhere. When planting your own selfsustaining garden, consider the following tips. * Start with soil. Healthy soil is essential to a thriving garden. The soil must have the right pH, correct texture and composition, and be full of nutrients. Very often the native soil in yards is not adequate to keep a garden thriving. In such instances, the soil needs to be improved. Adding compost -- which can be produced in the yard as well -- to the soil will

enrich the soil with nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. * Maintain proper soil consistency. Soil that is the right consistency, meaning the optimum balance of sand, clay and actual soil, is another necessity for a selfsustaining garden. The ideal ratio should be 40 percent sand, 40 percent silt and 20 percent clay. Having the right balance of soil can secure root formation and promote proper drainage. * Test the pH. Certain plants need a specific pH in order to grow. A neutral pH range

is typically ideal for growing vegetables. A pH tester can be purchased from a gardening center. Amend the soil accordingly to get the soil back to its correct level. * Know the growing season. Vegetables should be planted during the season in which they will thrive. Peas, beets and cabbage, for example, are cold-temperature vegetables, while cucumbers, squash and melons thrive in warm climates. Plant accordingly so that the vegetables will have the best chances for success. * Purchase quality seeds.

Use fresh seeds, particularly ones that have been harvested from your own garden the year before, to have the best chances for germination. Or buy seeds from a reputable source, like a garden center or an online retailer who specializes in vegetable seeds. * Start seedlings indoors. You may want to work with seedlings indoors so that you can monitor growth and care for them more easily. Then transplant the seedlings outside when they are stable enough for the elements.

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Keep ants from marching to your home (NC)—With about 47 different assurance manager for Orkin species of ants meandering Canada. “Getting to know their their way through Canada, this behaviour now can eliminate insect is the nation’s number headaches later this spring and one pest problem – and are summer.” quick to crash a party. What steps can you take to Proper identification is critical prevent these pests as warmer for effective control of ants, so weather sets in? right here, let’s meet the top • Ants can enter a home five species you could see on through the tiniest of cracks, so your property as the weather take steps to ensure that your heats up: home stayed tight and sealed • Carpenter Ants: Canada’s during the winter months. most popular ant species Repair leaks or water-damaged prefers to build homes in damp, features immediately to deter dead wood, which they hollow ant colonies in search of water. for nesting purposes. • Ensure that kitchen surfaces • European Fire Ants: Though and outdoor dining areas are not the traditional fire ant, this constantly free of crumbs, and breed of vicious stingers is make it a habit to wipe up food becoming quite common, and and water spills quickly. their bites can cause health • Be conscious when gardening implications for humans and and moving soil around that small animals. you may meet and disrupt a • Moisture or Cornfield Ants: colony. These common pests are more If you do spot a trail of ants of a nuisance than a threat marching through your home, and tend to nest in high, moist your pest control professional areas. can help you address the issue. • Argentine Ants: Though their Your provider can help you cut activity ramps up during spring down on factors that contribute and summer, their ability to to ant colonies, so there’s adapt to the indoors has made no need to have ants in your this species a year-round threat. pants over this common warm• Velvety Ants: Like the weather problem. carpenter ant, these insects favour trees and dead wood and can infest the structure of homes. “Because ant colonies can quickly relocate and can include up to 300,000 ants, controlling these pests can be difficult,” says pest control Schn_WhyWaste_5x3"Ad_Layout expert Alice Sinia, the1 15-04-13 quality3:49 PM Page 1

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The grade 7 students of Eagle View will be cleaning up our community in conjunction with Earth Day and to raise funds for their trip to Camp Homewood. The students will be canvassing the neighbourhood starting the first week of April seeking pledged donations for garbage collected. We will also be hosting a hotdog sale just in front of Overwaitea. With the blessing of the Thunderbird Mall Administration and a donation of a scrap metal bin from Fox`s Disposal will be located at the mall parking lot.

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FREETues-Sat • Noon-4pm • • • • •

NO TV’s, computer monitors, tires or chemicals Large items ok Steel, including appliances Household items Drop off at Fox’s Disposal Wood waste at the Tacan site

Port Hardy Recycle Centre Every Thurs-Sun E E R F 10am-5pm • Accepts anything with a • Thermostats cord • Power tools • Electronics, TV’s, computer • Milk jugs & cartons monitors, etc • All batteries We pay you! • All light bulbs * Recyclables (cans & bottles) • Paint & aerosol cans * Small refund on car batteries

Contact Rod 250-949-1668